Automotive Sales and Leasing Consultant(s)

Automotive Sales ConsultantDeFOUW Automotive - Lafayette, IN Looking for a career where your ambition, personality, and work ethic directly impact your success? At DeFOUW Automotive, we're looking for motivated, energetic people who are hungry to succeed, excited to build relationships, and driven to create opportunities for themselves. This is not a sit-back-and-wait kind of job. The people who thrive here are the ones who bring energy every day, generate business, follow up relentlessly, build strong customer relationships, and take ownership of their success. If you're competitive, people-focused, and motivated by growth and income potential, you could be a perfect fit for our team. Why DeFOUW Automotive? DeFOUW Automotive has proudly served the Lafayette community since 1961. We've built a reputation for integrity, professionalism, and doing business the right way. We are NOT a high-pressure, outdated dealership environment.

Our success comes from:

Building trust with customers Creating exceptional experiences Developing long-term relationships Supporting our employees Promoting from within We truly believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to helping motivated people build rewarding, long-term careers. What Makes This Opportunity Different? We know talented people want more than just a paycheck.

They want:

Opportunity Growth Support Work-life balance A positive culture Leadership that actually invests in them That's exactly what we strive to provide.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay with uncapped earning potential One full weekend off every month Paid training and development Advancement opportunities Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays Employee discounts A supportive, high-energy team environment What You'll Do As an Automotive Sales Consultant, you'll help customers find the right vehicle while building your own book of business and long-term customer relationships. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys connecting with people, staying busy, and creating opportunities through follow-up, networking, and outstanding customer service.

Responsibilities Include:

Meeting and assisting customers in a professional and engaging manner Building relationships and generating repeat/referral business Following up consistently with leads and previous customers Demonstrating vehicles and accompanying test drives Learning product knowledge and new automotive technology Working closely with management and team members to achieve goals Creating an exceptional customer experience from start to finish Who We're Looking For We want someone who is: Hungry to succeed Someone motivated to earn, grow, and create opportunities — not someone waiting around for business to fall into their lap. Self-motivated and driven Someone who takes initiative and stays productive — not someone who needs constant direction or supervision. Organized and disciplined Someone who follows through, manages their time well, and stays on top of customers and tasks — not someone who lets opportunities slip through the cracks. Confident communicating with people Someone comfortable building relationships and starting conversations — not someone who avoids customer interaction or struggles connecting with others. Competitive in a positive way Someone who wants to win while supporting the team around them — not someone focused only on themselves or creating negativity. Coachable and eager to learn Someone open to feedback, training, and improvement — not someone who thinks they already know everything. Focused on growth and advancement Someone who wants to build a long-term career and continue improving — not someone just looking for "another job." Automotive experience is helpful, but not required. Some of the best sales professionals come from backgrounds like: Retail Hospitality Customer service Restaurants Banking Real estate Fitness Marketing Management If you know how to connect with people, work hard, and stay motivated, we can teach you the automotive business. Build a Career You're Proud Of At DeFOUW Automotive, we're looking for people who want more than an average job. We want future top performers. Future leaders. People who want to grow personally, professionally, and financially while being part of a reputable company that values integrity and people-first culture. If that sounds like you… Apply today and start building your future with DeFOUW Automotive.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 2% match Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person